Founding and Early Years (1636–1700) Harvard University, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States, established in 1636. Its founding was driven by the Puritan settlers’ desire to educate clergy and create a learned society in the New World. The Massachusetts Bay Colony’s General Court voted to establish…

The United Nations University (UNU) is a global think tank and postgraduate teaching organization headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan, established to address global issues related to human development, welfare, peace, and sustainability through research and education. Here’s a concise history, with focus around the year 2000: History of the University of Fairfax The University of…

Cairn University, located in Langhorne Manor, Pennsylvania, is a private Christian institution with a rich history spanning over a century. Founded in 1913, the university has undergone significant transformations in name, structure, and mission while remaining steadfast in its commitment to Christ-centered education. Its journey reflects a blend of academic evolution, institutional resilience, and a…